Saudi Arabia

The Iran war exposed the risks of being too closely tied to US military posture, which is why some Gulf states are repositioning themselves not merely as consumers of security but as architects of it

Analysts say the government's new military capabilities give reason for cautious optimism, but concede that the strategic balance remains unchanged

From comedy and romance to grief and mourning, the films explore what death reveals about love, faith, family, and society

Does the declaration recently signed in Riyadh indicate a gradual transition towards a regional security architecture that will assume responsibilities long borne by external naval powers?

Regional and global players have begun to realise that the threat posed by the Yemeni militant group requires comprehensive and decisive action

As Yemen's Houthi militants activate a new maritime front, Islamabad may be compelled to play a more proactive role in regional security

As the armed group will likely widen the scope of their phased attacks on Saudi shipping, ports and energy assets, Riyadh and the Yemeni government will likely respond delicately, yet decisively

Al Majalla looks at potential new export routes that big oil producers can use to offset Iran's control over key regional waterways

Washington - or a turn elsewhere?

The deal's two biggest sticking points are proliferation concerns and a precondition to normalise relations with Israel. The first can be overcome and the second may be less of a factor from October